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Clippers Extend Winning Streak with Bulls Victory, 119-108

3/16/2026

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Summary

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The Los Angeles Clippers defeated the Chicago Bulls 119-108 on March 11, 2026, extending a winning streak to four games.
Kawhi Leonard of the Clippers scored 28 points, tying a franchise record for consecutive games scoring at least 20 points.
Bennedict Mathurin scored 26 points for the Clippers.
Jordan Miller added 14 points for the Clippers.
The Clippers improved to 34-32, solidifying their position in the Western Conference play-in tournament.

History

Historical Context

The 1980 NBA Championship marked a turning point in basketball, with the Los Angeles Lakers defeating the Philadelphia 76ers 4-2. Magic Johnson, a rookie, shone in Game 6, scoring 42 points and leading the Lakers to their seventh title. This victory, notable for introducing the three-point line, signified the rise of the "Showtime" era and established the Lakers as a dominant force in the league.

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Story summary

The Los Angeles Clippers defeated the Chicago Bulls 119-108 on March 11, 2026, extending a winning streak to four games.
Kawhi Leonard of the Clippers scored 28 points, tying a franchise record for consecutive games scoring at least 20 points.
Bennedict Mathurin scored 26 points for the Clippers.
Jordan Miller added 14 points for the Clippers.
The Clippers improved to 34-32, solidifying their position in the Western Conference play-in tournament.

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